Atty. Steven Carr

Atty. Steven Carr

Frequent CLE presenter and speaker and contributor to professional publications. Former President and Chairman of the Board: Laura Holland Uzzell Foundation; Sterling Montessori Academy and Charter School.

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Profile Summary

About Steven Carr at a Glance

Steven Carr is a Member based in Raleigh, North Carolina, practicing at Ellinger & Carr, PLLC. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on wills, contracts, trusts, trademark, and citizenship. Admitted to practice in Kansas (Inactive) (1979), Florida (1986), and North Carolina U.S. District Court, District of Kansas, U.S. District Court, Southern District of Fl (1994). Educated at Washburn University of Topeka (J.D., 1979) and Washburn University of Topeka (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Wake County, North Carolina and American Bar Associations North Carolina State Bar. Serves clients in Raleigh, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated October 2026

About Steven Carr

  • Frequent CLE presenter and speaker and contributor to professional publications
  • Former President and Chairman of the Board: Laura Holland Uzzell Foundation
  • Sterling Montessori Academy and Charter School
  • Former Director and Chairman of the Board, Contemporary Science Center, Inc. Former chair of the North Carolina Bar Foundation's Continuing Legal Education Committee

Practice Areas Explained

Steven Carr's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Steven Carr handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Raleigh.

Wills in Raleigh

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Contracts in Raleigh

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Trusts in Raleigh

Steven Carr is one of 103,428 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in North Carolina →

Trademark Law in Raleigh

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Citizenship & Naturalization in Raleigh

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Jurisdictional Context

Why Local Counsel Matters in Raleigh

Practicing law in North Carolina. Legal matters in North Carolina are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Raleigh are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate North Carolina state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in North Carolina brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in North Carolina courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

Raleigh Courts and Legal Process

Choosing a Raleigh-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.

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Frequently Asked

Common Questions About Steven Carr

Where is Steven Carr's law office located?
Steven Carr's law practice is located in Raleigh, North Carolina. The firm is Ellinger & Carr, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Steven Carr handle?
Steven Carr focuses on wills, contracts, trusts, trademark, citizenship. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has Steven Carr practiced law?
Steven Carr has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Steven Carr go to law school?
Steven Carr earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A., 1976).
How can I contact Steven Carr for a consultation?
You can contact Steven Carr directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Steven Carr received?
Steven Carr's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Professional Profile

Why Clients in Raleigh Choose Steven Carr

Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Steven Carr's practice in the field of wills, contracts, trusts, trademark, and citizenship.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

Steven Carr brings 47+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.

Multi-State Bar Admission

Licensed in Kansas (Inactive), Florida, and North Carolina U.S. District Court, District of Kansas, U.S. District Court, Southern District of Fl, Steven Carr can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.

Broad Practice Area Coverage

Covering wills, contracts, and trusts, Steven Carr can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.

Local Presence in Raleigh

A Raleigh-based practice means Steven Carr attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.

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How People Find Steven Carr Online

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Education & Law School Background

J.D.
Washburn University of Topeka
- 1979
B.A.
Washburn University of Topeka
- 1976

Awards & Professional Honors

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

Kansas (Inactive)
Admitted: 1979
Florida
Admitted: 1986
North Carolina U.S. District Court, District of Kansas, U.S. District Court, Southern District of Fl
Admitted: 1994

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